Langford man to stand trial for death of his wife last November

Flowers and candles were laid on the driveway of the Weber home, where Kerri Weber was found dead in November 2020. (Black Press Media file photo)
Ken Weber is charged with second-degree murder of his wife, Kerri Weber

Island Health is bringing a vaccination clinic to Lake Cowichan starting June 23. (Submitted)

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Vancouver pot shop owner ordered to pay $40K for copying Subway
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